Job Opportunity at Aga Khan Health Services, Human Resource Officer

Human Resource Officer  

Aga Khan Health Services Tanzania (AKHST) – an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) is a non-profit international organization that supports social development programs in Tanzania completed a major expansion to position the institution to become a leading and integrated tertiary and teaching health care system in Tanzania. As part of its health systems strengthening initiatives in working with and supporting Government Health Programmes. AKHST and (AFD) are partnering on a new innovative comprehensive cancer project aiming at strengthening cancer care in Tanzania through PPP with Tanzanian-based CCP partners: (Ministry of Health. Community Development. Gender Elderly and Children (MoHCDGEC), Ocean Road Cancer Research Institute (ORCI). Bugando Medical Centre (BMC) and Muhimbili National Hospital with technical support from Institute Curie in delivering a full range of cancer services. The Tanzania Comprehensive Cancer Project (TCCP). proposed high-quality, evidence-based comprehensive initiative aimed at reducing the burden of cancer morbidity and mortality in two target regions (Dar es Salaam and Mwanza). The project’s 4 major components include a) Improve and expand existing oncology infrastructure to provide more comprehensive oncology care through health systems strengthening, b) build the capacity of staff in participating institutions to provide high quality cancer care by trained specialists, and tram and retain local professionals through accredited programs: c) strengthen community cancer care practices by delivering affordable, comprehensive health care services for preventive services including primary prevention, screening, and early detection and d) develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders and participating institutions on joint research agenda and initiatives

AKHST is seeking the following health professionals and administrative positions to be part of this exciting project:

Human Resource Officer – (1 POSITION)

POSITION SUMMARY

The incumbent will responsible for the administration of the day-to-day operations of the human resources functions and duties, administration and employee records management. Assist in the coordination and implementation of initiatives, programs, policies and procedures related to human resource management of employees, and ensure workplace practices are compliant with institution and employment standard policies and guidelines. Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulatory, government, medical professional bodies and associations. Assist in design and conduct training for management and non­management staff and maintain all training records, coordinate the staff performance appraisal and review and update policies, procedures and processes standard requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Management.
3-4 years of work experience in the HR field.
Knowledge of HR management principles, practices and methods in employee relations and recruitment.
Strong written and verbal skills in both English and Kiswahili.
Excellent communication skills, demonstrated diplomacy and ability to elicit and foster positive relationships Hands on experience with MS Office

HOW TO APPLY

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY TO: hr@akhst.org WITH THE SUBJECT LINE OF THE POSITION OR HAND DELIVERED TO HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT, P. O. BOX 2289. OCEAN ROAD. DAR ES SALAAM.

PLEASE NOTE: ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED FOR INTERVIEWS.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS IS END OF BUSINESS DAY ON 6TH DECEMBER, 2019.